BIG BENEFITS TO BUILDING WIND

Wind energy blowing money and jobs to Iowa
John David, March 20, 2009 (WQAD-TV Quad Cities)

"Spinning turbines seem to symbolize that wind power can be a prime source of clean energy in Iowa. Going green helps to cut pollution and also make money.

"[Dan Johnson, Glory Wind Turbines, Mt. Union, Iowa]: 'Wind is free…Here in Iowa, it's plentiful. Every farm in Iowa could have a wind turbine.'"

Wind's projected growth over the next 2 decades will generate huge job growth. (click to enlarge)

"…[Iowans] are joining forces…[because they are hearing] about investment and job opportunities across the state…In Iowa, wind investment is second only to Texas in the United States. And there's a chance to grow…Iowa's largest wind farm could eventually be located [in Washington County]

"…But [wind] isn't an automatic pot of gold. A wind turbine assembly plant in West Branch is laying off 58 workers during this economic downturn. And land owners need to know their rights. What's hot today might not be years from now…"

Wind's projected growth over the next 2 decades will provide a host of other benefits. (click to enlarge)

"While the wind industry faces its own challenges, there's a feeling it will prosper in the future.

"[Dan Johnson, Glory Wind Turbines, Mt. Union, Iowa]: 'With the economy the way it is now, interest is fantastic…It's big.'

"Big enough to keep the blades spinning for years to come."